likable
Example Sentences
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The director says he initially used wide lenses, which highlighted that Joe was "distracted, he's not a likable person".
From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026
If you require a villain, I’ve got bad news: Both of these teams are pretty likable.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 8, 2026
Season 3 launched former “Vanderpump Rules” star Tom Sandoval in the mix, and while he entered in disgrace, he exited as slightly more likable.
From Salon • Jan. 15, 2026
He even turns inward, questioning his own need to be likable and empathetic.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 10, 2025
What they have in common, Volpe continues, is “they are still boys. And they enjoy being boys. It’s what is so appealing about them, what makes them so likable and perfect for these parts.”
From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove
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